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Grand finale of upGrad ICT Awards 2023

inDrive extends its association

The Nepal Weekly
December 26, 2023

inDrivein partnership for this prestigious ICT Award 2023, reaffirming its commitment to fostering innovation and recognizing outstanding achievements in the Information and Communication Technology (ICT) sector.inDrive has announced winner of ”inDrive Startup ICT Award 2023″ to ”Yarsa Tech Pvt. Ltd”. 

Finance Minister Dr Prakash Sharan Mahat, Minister for Communication and Information Rekha Sharma, Financial Affairs and Law Minister of Karnali Province Krishna bahadur GC, Parliamentarians Chandra Bhandari, Manish Jha and former Finance Minister Surendra Pandey were among the participating dignitaries.

The ICT Award is renowned for its role in identifying and showcasing emerging talents, providing them with the exposure and support needed to make significant strides in the industry. indrive recognizes the pivotal role that startups play in driving technological evolution and is dedicated to supporting and nurturing the next generation of visionaries. 

inDrive, the global mobility and urban services platform and renowned for its exclusive solutions and commitment to driving technological advancements, is thrilled to align itself with the ICT Award 2023, which serves as a platform to celebrate the brightest minds and innovative startups. 

As a global leader, inDrive understands the importance of recognizing and empowering startups in the ICT sector, and we are proud to contribute to an event that spotlights their achievements on an international stage we also want to congratulate the winner of inDrive Startup ICT Award 2023. So as inDrive is honored to support the ICT Award 2023, an initiative that mirrors our values of encouraging innovation and pushing the boundaries of what technology can achieve, mentions Ms. Pavit Nanda Anand, APAC PR Lead of inDrive.  

Chairperson of ICT Award 2023 Razan Lamsal said that ICT Award 2023. Their commitment to advancing technology aligns perfectly with our mission to recognize and uplift innovative startups in the ICT sector. Indrive’s support has undoubtedly contribute to the success of this year’s award, and we look forward to a collaborative effort that will further propel the growth and recognition of outstanding startups worldwide. 

inDrive’s support for the ICT Award 2023 reinforces the company’s dedication to fostering a culture of innovation, collaboration, and excellence. By partnering with the ICT Award, inDrive aims to contribute to the global ecosystem of startups, empowering them to make a lasting impact on the future of technology. 

In addition to its steadfast support for initiatives like the ICT Award, inDrive is also renowned for its commitment to startups globally through programs such as the prestigious “Aurora Award” and “Underdog Award,” recognizing and celebrating exceptional contributions and resilience within the startup community.

The grand finale programme of ‘ICT Awards 2023’, known as a prestigious award in the field of information and communication technology, was held at The Soaltee Hotel in Kathmandu on Friday, 22nd December.

This year’s ICT Award has 13 different categories, three of which are focused on startups and innovation: the Startup ICT Award, Product ICT Award, and Rising Star and Innovation ICT Award. Individuals are eligible for the Professional Excellence ICT Award, Pioneer ICT Award, Entrepreneur ICT Award, Nepali Diaspora ICT Award, and Women Icon ICT Award.

Sunaina Ghimire Pandey has won the prestigious Ncell Woman ICON ICT Award 2023. She won the recognition at the ICT Award 2023 Grand Finale

 Similarly, 4 awards are given to public and private organizations for providing excellent services through the use of technology. These awards fall into the categories of Digital Education ICT Award (Public Sector), Digital Education ICT Award (Private Sector), Digital Governance ICT Award, and Digital Services ICT Award.

There is also the South Asia Startup ICT Award, which is an international award category focusing on entrepreneurship in the South Asian region that includes Afghanistan, Bangladesh, Bhutan, India, Maldives, Nepal, Pakistan, and Sri Lanka.

More than 800 distinguished people from home and abroad participated in the grand finale of the ICT Award. ICT Award is not just an award program but it has supported the development of digital transformation and ecosystem. The participants believe that the award programme organized every year is encouraging those who want to work in this field. Startups, products and innovations that competed in this award have received opportunities for further investment and market expansion.